In a major administrative overhaul aimed at improving efficiency and decentralised decision-making, the Maharashtra State Road Transport Corporation (MSRTC) has announced the formation of five new regional divisions. The restructuring is expected to enhance operational planning, strengthen local governance, and streamline coordination across the state.
The decision follows directives from State Transport Minister and MSRTC Chairman Pratap Sarnaik. Acting on his instructions, MSRTC Vice-Chairman and Managing Director Dr. Madhav Kusekar issued an official circular confirming the formation of the new regional divisions. These units will begin functioning independently in the coming days.
"The five newly created regional divisions are Mumbai, Nashik, Nagpur, Pune, and Amravati. Each division will comprise multiple existing operational divisions and will be headquartered at strategic locations. Senior officers have already been appointed to head each regional committee, with a mandate to ensure reliable, timely, and passenger-friendly services" said an official.
"This move marks a significant departure from MSRTC’s earlier structure, which operated through a three-tier system — depots at the taluka level, divisional offices at the district level, and a central headquarters. The absence of an intermediate layer—unlike the state’s Revenue Department, which functions through six divisions—had often resulted in administrative delays and logistical bottlenecks" he said.
The restructuring comes after Minister Sarnaik’s visit to Karnataka, where he studied that state’s decentralised transport model. Inspired by Karnataka’s system, Sarnaik proposed a more expansive model for Maharashtra, given the MSRTC’s larger operational scale. He emphasised the need for a regional tier to bridge the gap between divisional and central offices, especially to address region-specific transport needs and seasonal demands like festival rushes.
Dr. Kusekar has instructed all relevant officers to expedite the implementation process and ensure adherence to updated planning and operational protocols. The goal, he said, is to make MSRTC services more efficient, accessible, and responsive to public needs.
